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The Alphabet Experience with the Letter A by Cartrice Covin was recently released by Mindstir Media. The 24-page paperback book is the first installment of a series of books that will help children learn about the letter A, its pictures, and words that will broaden the imagination.

Additionally, the book gives each reader important things to remember about the Letter A. This book will help to start an important foundation that will open the gateway for learning to read.

The Alphabet Experience with the Letter A is available at Amazon.com, Barnesandnoble.com and other fine retailers worldwide. The suggested retail price is $12.99. Wholesale orders can be placed through Ingram.

About the author:

Cartrice Covin was born and raised in Southwest Georgia. She currently resides in Albany, Georgia. She is currently a full-time teacher to some awesome students with disabilities. Cartrice’s passion for writing books is to create books as a learning tool for everyone to use and enjoy.

About MindStir Media:

MindStir Media LLC is an award-winning book publisher. To learn more about publishing a book with MindStir Media, visit http://www.mindstirmedia.com or call 800-767-0531.

Orlando, Florida based resort group, staySky® Vacation Clubs and staySky® Hotels & Resorts invites its members and guests to take advantage of all of the special events that SeaWorld® Orlando has planned this holiday season by offering superior accommodations at all four of its properties close to where the action is.

Orlando, Florida based resort group, staySky® Vacation Clubs and staySky® Hotels & Resorts invites its members and guests to take advantage of all of the special events that SeaWorld® Orlando has planned this holiday season by offering superior accommodations at all four of its properties close to where the action is.

From November 24 to December 31st, SeaWorld® Orlando will transform into a winter wonderland for its annual SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration. Attendees can listen to Christmas Carolers while strolling through the Sea of Trees, eat delicious holiday treats, shop for unique gifts at the Christmas Market, and attend special events like dinner with Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer, Shamu Christmas Miracles, Winter Wonderland on Ice, and Clyde and Seamore’s Countdown to Christmas. This year, SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration welcomes a new attraction, Santa at Wild Arctic, which takes riders to the top of the world to meet the North Pole’s most famous resident, Santa Claus.

staySky® Vacation Clubs makes it easy for members and guests to plan a vacation that includes Orlando’s biggest attractions. All four of its properties are in close proximity to the largest theme parks and other hotspots of Orlando so those staying at Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa, Hawthorn Suites Lake Buena Vista, staySky® Suites-I Drive Orlando, or Enclave Suites are situated right in the center of it all. staySky® Vacation Clubs provides stellar service and travel perks, including easy ways to purchase park tickets and providing shuttles to the most popular parks, including SeaWorld.

“The Holidays are always a wonderful time for families to experience the magic of Orlando and all of the extra events and decorations that SeaWorld® and the other theme parks provide during this time of year. We always encourage our members to make plans early for their Orlando vacations as demand is high with so many great things to see and do” says Randy Steinbeck with staySky Vacation Clubs.

staySky® Vacation Clubs is an award-winning vacation program that offers memorable vacations to families from around the world. Members of staySky® Vacation Clubs enjoy supreme flexibility with the option of staying at resorts around the globe in addition to its four properties in sunny Orlando, FL.

Cyria Group, Inc. ; a Canadian-based company specializing in resort developer solutions for timeshare ownership trade-ins and transfers has confirmed participation as a Supporting Sponsor of GNEX 2018 which will be held in Miami, F.L. on February 26-28, 2018.

Cyria Group, Inc. ; a Canadian-based company specializing in resort developer solutions for timeshare ownership trade-ins and transfers has confirmed participation as a Supporting Sponsor of GNEX 2018 which will be held in Miami, F.L. on February 26-28, 2018.

Since 2011, the Global Networking Experience (GNEX) has claimed its position as the most dynamic networking conference in the vacation ownership industry, constantly innovating to find new ways to help its senior-level attendees to meet prospective new clients and strategic partners, and bringing fresh new ideas and interesting content.

GNEX 2018 will held onboard the $40 million, 228ft SeaFair Grand Luxe, the world’s first mega-yacht venue. This impressive vessel boasts over 22,000 square feet of meeting space after recently completing a $10 million renovation project.

Located in Ontario, Canada, Cyria Group is committed to supplying resort partners with effective solutions for trade-ins. Cyria Group’s cloud-based software makes it easy for sales rooms to accept trade-ins at point of sale without delay, and the company’s superior customer service team is dedicated to helping its clients every step of the way during the transfer process. As a Supporting Sponsor of GNEX 2018, Cyria Group will be participating in a 60-second pitch session.

“It’s important to us to support our industry through the work that we do, while also supporting its events. Being a part of the conversations that are going to keep vacation ownership at the forefront of the travel industry is vital. Similar to other industries, innovation & communication are key to long-term development & stability,” says Cory Stegemann, Founder & CEO of Cyria Group.

Always staying ahead of the curve, GNEX is reinventing their educational session format by introducing “X-Talks”. These high impact, 10-minute solo speaker sessions will cover a variety of pertinent topics, while creating a more dynamic schedule that lends itself to even more networking. There is also the addition of several networking and interactive sessions. GNEX 2018 will also include other guest speakers, dedicated networking sessions, cocktail hours, several social gatherings, and a keynote speaker.

“We are delighted to welcome Cyria Group as a first-time sponsor at our upcoming event. GNEX Conferences aim to attract all areas of the vacation ownership, hotel & resort marketplace, and Cyria Group represents a sector that is rapidly evolving and grabbing the attention of resort developers.” Says Paul Mattimoe, President & CEO, Perspective Group.

Cyria Group is a marketing and sales support company that assists resort developers with the fulfillment of trade-ins and transfers for timeshare intervals, through reliable cloud-based software at point of sale. Cory Stegemann is the Founder & CEO of Cyria Group & also sits on the Board of Directors for the CVOA, and is also the Chair of the Secondary Ownership Committee. Vice President of Cyria Group, Jesus Michael Martinez is also on the Board of Directors for C.A.R.E. With a proven track record, Cyria Group supports ethical and transparent solutions that benefit all parties. For more information visit http://www.cyriagroup.com.

About GNEX Conference

With a new destination every year, a heavy focus on networking, high-quality events, and innovative format, GNEX Conferences attract senior-level executives from more than 130+ companies across the globe. The conference brings together a unique mix of attendees from traditionally separated segments of the hospitality industry, enabling you to network with companies that specialize in Hotels, Vacation Ownership, Resort Real Estate, Vacation Rentals, OTAs, Travel Agencies & Travel Clubs, plus all the vendors that supply them, including Resort Management, Sales & Marketing, Legal & Financial, Construction & Renovation, Technology, HR & Training and more… For more details on our next event onboard the world’s first mega-yacht event venue in Miami, visit http://gnexconference.com

El Cid Marina Beach Hotel now has two Tesla Wall Connectors and an additional universal charger to use with other electric cars.

El Cid Resorts is proud to have Tesla, one of the world’s most cutting-edge automotive companies, choose El Cid Marina Beach Hotel in Mazatlán to be the location of the city’s first Destination Charging Station.

El Cid Marina Beach Hotel now has two Tesla Wall Connectors and an additional universal charger to use with other electric cars. Currently, only properties approved by Tesla can have the Tesla Wall Connectors which are Level-2 charging stations. These Tesla-specific stations are able to provide up to 58 miles of driving range per hour of charge.

El Cid will continue to work with Elon Musk’s Tesla brand to establish more Destination Charging Stations at other El Cid properties in the future including Hotel Marina El Cid Spa & Resort in Riviera Maya.

“Being the first Tesla Destination Charging Site in Mazatlán means that we are always looking forward to innovate and offer the best to all of our guests,” said Carlos Berdegué, CEO of El Cid.

In recent years, El Cid has made tremendous strides when it comes to helping the environment by investing in green technology and solutions for the hospitality industry. Considered one of the greenest vacation clubs, the resort group has received the Touristic Environmental Quality Certification and the highest Sustainability Certification Rating that is given by Mexico’s Federal Environment Agency, PROFEPA. El Cid’s environmental efforts have also been recognized by TripAdvisor with five of its properties carrying the GreenLeaders distinction.

For almost five decades, El Cid has been welcoming travelers from all of the world to its fabulous resorts in Mexico. Known for providing gold star service and offering world-class amenities, El Cid Resorts and El Cid Vacations Club are dedicated to going the extra mile for guests and members.

El Cid Vacations Club is a global leader in the vacation ownership and resort industry, delivering a wide variety of memorable vacation experiences for members. El Cid Vacations Club continually strives to enhance its member services and guest experiences. Members are invited to take advantage of downloading the complimentary El Cid Vacations Club Member mobile app available on both the App Store and Google Play (keyword “ecvc”). This application allows members to stay up to date on the most recent news, make reservations, and always stay in contact with El Cid Vacations Club. This is the perfect opportunity for El Cid Vacations Club members to plan their next dream vacation at one of the many stunning El Cid properties. For more information, visit http://www.elcidvacationsclub.com.

RTX has announced the launch of a program designed specifically for resort-based Homeowners Associations (HOA), further extending its commitment to servicing this sector of the marketplace.

Resort Travel & Xchange, (RTX), a leading vacation exchange company for the vacation ownership industry, has announced the launch of a program designed specifically for resort-based Homeowners Associations (HOA), further extending its commitment to servicing this sector of the marketplace.

Since 2012, RTX has provided its members with low exchange fees, an impressive network of resources, and industry-leading customer service. The new HOA program was established by Corina Violette, RTX’s Director of Resort Partnerships, and will offer a wealth of benefits. Homeowners Associations who join RTX’s unique program will have the ability to generate additional revenue by monetizing unsold or delinquent inventory. It will help to boost property rentals, occupancy rates, and encourage revenue sharing between the HOA and the individual vacation owners.

“We are excited to offer a new program for HOAs and resorts alike,” says Violette. “It is important to understand that there are alternatives that enable HOAs stay ahead of the curve as the industry continues to evolve based on the changing needs and desires of vacation owners.”

HOA operated resorts have the opportunity to benefit from a burgeoning rental market, where in the timeshare industry alone more than 10.4 million nights were rented at timeshare resorts in 2015, and now the wider rental market provides even more potential resort guests. However, many smaller resorts do not have the latest technology, distribution channels or staff to operate an efficient rental program that capitalizes on the demand available to them, and so many benefit from outsourcing this to companies that can easily increase occupancy for their resort partners.

RTX provides a full white labeling service to HOA partners so that they can maintain brand recognition for the enhanced services they offer to their members and guests, making it easier for existing owners to embrace and benefit from the new program. RTX is also producing special annual events and live webinars with specifically tailored content to help HOA owners and managers understand how to benefit most from the program, and navigate the constant changes in the marketplace, particularly relating to exchange and rentals.

Based in Asheville, N.C., RTX is a leading force in the timeshare and vacation ownership industry. With over 80,000 members and counting, RTX seeks to change the way people think about vacation ownership exchange by offering outstanding rates that are second to none and a customer service team that is dedicated and knowledgeable. Already a household name in the industry, RTX is looking toward the future by opening its doors to let other sectors of the vacation ownership exchange industry, like HOAs, have access to innovative exchange tools.

For more information about the HOA Outreach program please email [email protected] or call 855-217-0789.

About RTX

Resort Travel & Xchange (RTX) is a timeshare and vacation ownership exchange company based in Asheville, N.C. RTX works with a number of resorts and developers throughout the world to provide the best exchange options possible to its members. In addition to exchange services, RTX offers numerous travel benefits to members, such as reservation protection, rebates, travel discounts and more. RTX also has a robust selection of partner solutions for resorts, management companies, and HOAs, including member servicing, marketing, communications and more. RTX has approximately 80,000 members. For more information visit www.rtx.travel.

El Cid Vacations Club gives members a sneak peek at the club’s customer service center in its latest video.

El Cid Vacations Club, Mexico’s award-winning timeshare membership club has recently released a video, reminding members of its centralized Member Service Team in Mazatlán who are there whenever they are needed.

El Cid Vacations Club has been welcoming families to its resorts in Mexico’s hottest destinations for decades. Much of their success has been through exceeding expectations and delivering impeccable levels of service for its members and guests.

El Cid’s Member Service Group is comprised of a dedicated team of hospitality experts who can assist members with everything from reservations and activities to account management, billing queries and personalized information and ideas about their upcoming stay.

To remind members that they are available year around to cater to their needs, the Member Service Team released a short video to show customers that even if they’re thousands of miles from one of El Cid’s properties in Mexico, they’re just a call or an email away.

For 45 years, El Cid’s goal has been to offer guests and members first-class accommodations and personalized service. El Cid Vacations Club puts all of its efforts in treating its members like family not only while they are on vacation at one of the club’s resorts, including its newest property, Ventus at Marina El Cid Spa & Beach Resort, but also throughout the vacation planning process. For those who are just discovering El Cid’s stunning resorts, the company has a specialized team of New Owner Counselors who are there to offer support during and after the vacation ownership buying process.

El Cid Vacations Club has been recognized for its superior customer service for many years by winning some of the most important awards the hospitality industry can give out for service. Recently, five resorts from El Cid Vacations Club received both the highly acclaimed Gold Crown and Excellence in Service awards from RCI, the largest timeshare exchange business in the world. Plus, the resorts regularly win prestigious accolades for excellence from TripAdvisor, with all four Mazatlán resorts currently listed in TripAdvisor’s top ten resorts for the popular vacation destination.

El Cid Vacations Club is a global leader in the vacation ownership and resort industry, delivering a wide variety of memorable vacation experiences for members. El Cid Vacations Club continually strives to enhance its member services and guest experiences. Members are invited to take advantage of downloading the complimentary El Cid Vacations Club Member mobile app available on both the App Store and Google Play (keyword “ecvc”). This application allows members to stay up to date on the most recent news, make reservations, and always stay in contact with El Cid Vacations Club. This is the perfect opportunity for El Cid Vacations Club members to plan their next dream vacation at one of the many stunning El Cid properties. For more information, visit http://www.elcidvacationsclub.com.

December 13th, 2017: A bestselling author in leadership coaching and consulting has released a book. In The Leadership Legacy: How to Effectively Lead Today with Tomorrow in Mind, Gabriel Wallace book, targets at inspiring business and community leaders to build strong leadership and grow their businesses and organizations.

In the book, Gabriel Wallace argues that leading is not about today but tomorrow and how one would want to be remembered. He recognizes that people have special gifts, important to bring order to the world. The gifts, tied to the purpose are tapped within an individual waiting to be discovered. Wallace reveals that many people holding leadership positions have not discovered their true arena to lead.

Gabriel Wallace is a certified leadership coach and consultant. He is the founder and president of 4G leadership coaching and consulting. For the last 13 years he has been helping individuals and corporate improve their leadership. He confesses that in the course of his career, he has seen a share of good and bad leadership. He strongly believes that a company grows when their leadership grows and leadership grows most through real life experiences and relevant learning. Interacting with the new generation of leaders, Gabriel Wallace saw the need for a solution which incorporates inspiration with execution. In the course of doing this he has come up with a strategy that includes four components; grooming, guidance, growth, and generation of leaders.

Wallace says that in the quest to improve leadership in business, his company provides customized professional coaching. The company purpose is to elevate professional training and coaching of leaders and professionals to create systems which promote sustained and continuous growth. The company collaborates with leadership to implement goals which focus on critical thinking and yields metacognitive learning.

Owned and operated by a team of hospitality industry veterans, Cyria Group offers its “Trade-in Transfer Program” as an added tool for sales teams to help customers transact at point of sale.

Cyria Group, a Canadian-based company that specializes in fulfillment of timeshare ownership trade-ins and transfers for resort developers continues to build relationships and alliances with leading vacation ownership companies in Canada, United States and Mexico.

Owned and operated by a team of hospitality industry veterans, Cyria Group offers its “Trade-in Transfer Program” as an added tool for sales teams to help customers transact at point of sale. Cyria Group’s unique “Trade-in-Transfer Program” was built to benefit and protect both the vacation club and the consumer. Prospective members now have an easy and transparent option when trading in their existing vacation club membership for another with no hassle and without having to take on two annual maintenance dues.

Cyria Group works exclusively as a business to business support option for resort developers, thereby protecting price integrity and taking care of customers throughout the entire transfer process. Owners wanting to trade-in or transfer ownership must be current on maintenance fees and have mortgages that are fully paid, which helps developers bring member accounts up to date and to recover previously delinquent inventory.

By using Cyria Group, resort developers and customers, benefit from its impeccable customer service and intuitive and secure cloud-based software that enables both parties to track transfers in real-time. Cyria Group is also attractive to developers, because it offers multiple distribution channels to find new buyers for trade-ins. Cyria Group offers resale, rental, and deedback programs, plus a 100% Satisfaction Money Back Guarantee.

“We pride ourselves in having strong relationships with developers. We aim to support them through our services while also supporting the vacation ownership industry as a whole,” says Founder & CEO of Cyria Group, Cory Stegemann.

Cyria Group is committed to ethical practices and support of the timeshare community, and benefits from a strong reputation in the industry through superior customer service, diligent networking, being an active member of Canadian Vacation Ownership Association (CVOA) and Cooperative Association of Resort Exchangers (C.A.R.E.), plus sponsoring and attending of major industry events such as ARDA, AMDETUR, ACLUVAQ and GNEX.

Cyria Group is a marketing and sales support company that assists resort developers with the fulfillment of trade-ins and transfers for timeshare intervals, through reliable cloud-based software at point of sale. Cory Stegemann is the Founder & CEO of Cyria Group & also sits on the Board of Directors for the CVOA, and is also the Chair of the Secondary Ownership Committee. Vice President of Cyria Group, Jesus Michael Martinez is also on the Board of Directors for C.A.R.E. With a proven track record, Cyria Group supports ethical and transparent solutions that benefit all parties. For more information visit http://www.cyriagroup.com.

KTGY-designed seaside living at South Cove offers three unique residential styles, many with rooftop decks and ocean views: townhomes, twin homes and single-level living flats in Dana Point in Orange County.

IRVINE, Calif. – International award-winning firm KTGY Architecture + Planning is pleased to announce the recent opening of the KTGY-designed residential models at South Cove in Dana Point, California. Built by San Diego-based real estate development company Zephyr, this is Dana Point’s first new for-sale residential development to open in decades. South Cove is a unique, barefoot community that exudes laid-back luxury in a highly-coveted coastal setting at the southern gateway of Dana Point.

Located at 34202 Del Obispo Street in Dana Point, the new residential community features a mix of 168 one-, two- and three-story flats, townhomes and twin homes, 883 – 2,126 square feet. Within a stone’s throw of the Pacific Ocean, South Cove offers immediate access to Dana Point Harbor, Doheny State Beach and some of the best shopping and dining in Southern California. Nestled in one of the last true beach towns in California, South Cove is a rare find residents will treasure.

According to KTGY Principal David Obitz, the design of South Cove is inspired by beach-town influences with a master-plan feel. There are three residential types: single-level living flats (Aliso), tri-level townhomes (Trestles) and twin homes (Strands). The Strands model offers dual master suites, first level California (covered outdoor) rooms and only share one wall with a neighbor. All three residences will have attached garages and come equipped with the latest green technology including pre-wiring for electric vehicles.

Some of the residences will have indoor/outdoor floor plans, balconies, porches, rooftop decks and options for beach rinses and dens. Amenities include a swimming pool with cabanas and common areas throughout the community.

Home prices start from the low $600,000s to mid-$1 million. Ten residences will include live/work space with commercial opportunities on Pacific Coast Highway and 17 of the homes will be offered as affordable housing.

The three products are intermixed in the three distinct districts. “Village” is closest to transit and interacts with shops and restaurants. “Boardwalk” is more linear and opens to views. “Peninsula” fronts the creek and faces Pacific Coast Highway; these units offer the best ocean views. The homes are offered in three architectural styles: Traditional (Spanish) Transitional and Contemporary.

“We are pleased to be offering these designs in response to the tremendous demand for distinctive homes along the coast that fit buyers’ active Southern California lifestyle,” said Obitz. “Many of today’s buyers are looking for high style but they also want low maintenance that supports their active lifestyle. At the ground floor, we created storage spaces for outdoor/beach ‘toys’ such as surfboards, beach cruisers and paddle boards. There are also outdoor living spaces and showers at the ground level.”

Bordering Pacific Coast Highway and the southern edge of South Cove is a new one-acre public park in dedication to the surf legends and the history of Dana Point, the birthplace of the surf industry, noted Obitz. The park will feature life-sized sculptures of local surf legends including a 27-foot sculpture of Hobie Alter, the creator of the foam surfboard, and the history of Dana Point, and will connect to Dana Point’s existing nature and bike trails.

About ZephyrZephyr redefines the rules of real estate and development through its variety of high-end residential, mixed-use and hospitality communities throughout Southern California. The company, based in Encinitas, manages projects from concept to completion, with creative approaches that meet a multitude of community needs.

Founded by Brad Termini and Dane Chapin in 2008, Zephyr has successfully acquired, entitled, developed, built and sold more than $750 million worth of mixed-use developments. Current projects include The Park, Bankers Hill, a 14-story midrise with 60 luxury residences located adjacent to Balboa Park; ultra-luxury custom homes in various coastal communities under the Zephyr Signature umbrella; South Cove, a mixed-use development in Dana Point which will feature a community park with public art and 168 luxury residences; and a world-class resort with resort villas on an ocean-front bluff in Del Mar. For more information, visit www.builtbyzephyr.com.

About KTGY Architecture + Planning KTGY Architecture + Planning is an international award-winning full-service architecture and planning firm delivering innovation, artistry and attention to detail across multiple offices and studios, ensuring that clients and communities get the best the firm has to offer no matter the building type or location. KTGY’s architects and planners combine big picture opportunities, leading-edge sustainable practices and impeccable design standards to help create developments of enduring value. KTGY serves clients worldwide from offices located in Chicago, Denver, Irvine, Los Angeles, Oakland, Pune and Tysons. Visit www.ktgy.com.

Success Accelerators will be conducting power user training for Office 365 and SharePoint on January 25, 2018 in Charlotte, NC.

Success Accelerators announced the Office 365 and SharePoint Power User Training workshop scheduled for January 25, 2018. The event will be held on the campus of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Success Accelerators is the conference division of C5 Insight, which was recently named as one of the Top 10 SharePoint development companies in the world according an article posted on CustomerThink.

Office 365 and SharePoint Power User Training is based on the SharePoint Online platform in Microsoft Office 365 and is designed for the site owner, or “power user,” who needs to know how to manage digital lists, libraries, sites, and pages. After completing this course, students will be able to manage and configure sites and navigation; configure sites, themes, titles, descriptions and icons; add users and groups; customize lists and libraries; work with site columns and site content types; configure content approval and versioning; create and modify pages and web part pages; and other aspects of managing an intranet using Office 365.

Attendees of this workshop may also be interested in the Digital Workplace and Business Transformation Roundtable that is scheduled for the two preceding days on January 23-24, 2018 at the same location. Digital Workplace and Business Transformation Roundtable is an interactive workshop for organizations that are starting, upgrading, or struggling with intranet, content management, collaboration or social enterprise projects. Participants will learn how to avoid the most common mistakes being made by other organizations; how to balance scalability, flexibility, and usability as a user-centered design is implemented; why success is driven more by people than technology; how to go beyond user adoption and build a solid plan for sustained team engagement; and how to create a digital workplace that encourages better lateral and vertical collaboration. Case studies will be included so attendees can learn from successful projects.

Success Accelerators is the conference division of C5 Insight, Inc. Located on the campus of the University of North Carolina in Charlotte, NC, Success Accelerators serves businesses around the world by providing educational conferences and content on business transformation, focused on improving how they engage with customers and employees. Executives in the roles of business leadership, marketing, information technology, sales, human resources, and customer care attend Success Accelerators’ conferences.